Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx: 29 facts and highlights

1. Has a load sensor

Machines with a load sensor can weigh the load and adjust settings accordingly. This means you don't have to feel as guilty about doing a smaller load as the machine will use less water.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

35% have it

2. has top energy efficiency rating

The appliance is either Energy Star Certified, or has an EU energy efficiency rating of A++ or A+++. This means it consumes around 20-30% less energy than is required by the minimum local standards for energy efficiency.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

75% have it

3. maximum spin speed

A faster spin speed means you can get things cleaner with a lower temperature of water. Using a fast spin also extracts water, meaning that the clothes come out nearly dry. Generally, anything over 1000 rpm is very good.

1000rpm

Asko W6884ECO: 1800rpm

4. number of cycle programs

With a wider range of programs to choose from you can be more specific and choose the best, most economic program for your needs.

14

Gorenje W9865E: 31

5. thickness

560mm

Hoover OPH 716DF: 60mm

6. noise level spin

During a spin, machines can get quite noisy. With less noise the machine is not as distracting and you won't be restricted to using it at certain times.

73dB

Haier MS1050A: 45dB

7. noise level wash

With a lower noise level for washing you can worry less about disruption and may be able to do a wash at night or while reading.

59dB

Asko W6984Fi: 41dB

8. height

850mm

Samsung WF70F5E5P4W: 800mm

9. laundry capacity

More weight capacity helps if you want to wash something heavy like curtains. A traditional household machine can hold around 6kg, so with a machine much bigger you may waste energy using it when only half full.

6kg

Samsung WF405ATPASU: 17kg

10. has a dot matrix display

Dot matrix displays can show important text or graphics using a matrix of lights or mechanical indicators like the display on a calculator.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

87% have it

11. Has a transparent door

With a transparent door you can look inside the machine and see what laundry is inside.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

87% have it

12. front loading machine

Front loading machines are good as you can use the space above and sometimes stack a dryer on top. In general front loading machines use less energy, using less water by only partly filling the drum and obtaining higher spin speeds which clean without requiring as much heat.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

85% have it

13. has a child lock

A child lock enables adults to prevent or restrict children’s use of the device.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

64% have it

14. has aqua stop

Aqua stop machines have a special mechanical system which cuts off the water flow into the tub if a fault occurs with the inlet pipe.

15. drum volume

With a bigger drum you can fit in larger items such as duvets, or do a big load at once.

42l

Kenmore 31522: 1330.8l

16. weight

65kg

Haier JW-W55E: 25.5kg

17. door diameter

With a larger door it is easier to load or unload the machine especially with something big like a duvet or a winter coat.

30cm

LG F1255FD: 43cm

18. top loading machine

Top loading machines are good because you can load and unload without bending down. In general they have less problems with mold accumulating and on average a wash takes less time. In general they are cheaper to buy and are a good space saving option.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

15% have it

19. has self cleaning detergent drawer

The detergent drawer is washed automatically to prevent a build up of old detergent.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

12% have it

20. has a smartphone diagnostic system

Any faults with your machine can be detected and diagnosed at an early stage with a smartphone. The machine will send a signal indicating what is wrong and how to fix it, without you having to call for help.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

17% have it

21. has a wifi diagnostic system

The machine is linked up to a monitoring centre using wifi. If the machine has any faults the centre will respond by contacting you and helping you to fix the problem.

Bosch WAB2026SZA Classixx

0% have it

22. door opening angle

With a door that opens wide it is easier to load or unload the machine without the door becoming an obstacle.

140°

Hoover DST10146PG: 180°

23. residual moisture after quickest spin

Lower moisture levels after a spin mean that the laundry won't be as damp when you take it out. It will be lighter to hang up or take less time to dry in the dryer.

62%

Samsung WF60F4E4W2W: 0%

24. quickest cycle

A really quick cycle is great if you are in a hurry.

15m

Haier JW-W55E: 6m

25. There is the option to adjust the height of the machine

You can adjust the height of the machine which means that if the floor is uneven you can level it out.

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